Patents 5643040 - 5643294

 

 

Patent 5643040: Toy vehicle playset having vehicle receiving and holding station
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : DISCRETE LAUNCHER, ACCELERATOR, OR RETARDER FOR TOY VEHICLE : On wheeled vehicle)

Patent 5643041: Toy vehicle having adjustable load clearance
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : ROLLING OR TUMBLING (E.G., WHEELED) : Remotely controlled : Via conductor adjacent to vehicle path : Vehicle having flanged wheel)

Patent 5643042: Stacked confetti
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: TOYS : INCLUDING DISPENSER : Wheeled vehicle)

Patent 5643043: Brassiere for female athletes
(FOUNDATION GARMENTS : BREAST OR CHEST, E.G., BRASSIERES : Shoulder strap arrangements and connecting features : One portion is narrow waist-encircling band)

Patent 5643044: Automatic chemical and mechanical polishing system for semiconductor wafers
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 5643045: Retrofit kit for driving the regulating wheel of a centerless grinder
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : Computer controlled : Cyclic control)

Patent 5643046: Polishing method and apparatus for detecting a polishing end point of a semiconductor wafer
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By optical sensor : Cyclic control)

Patent 5643047: Mobile floor grinding vehicle
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By optical sensor : Cyclic control)

Patent 5643048: Endpoint regulator and method for regulating a change in wafer thickness in chemical-mechanical planarization of semiconductor wafers
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : By optical sensor : Cyclic control)

Patent 5643049: Floating contact gage for measuring cylindrical workpieces exiting a grinder
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With indicating : And feeding of tool or work holder :)

Patent 5643050: Chemical/mechanical polish (CMP) thickness monitor
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With indicating : And feeding of tool or work holder :)

Patent 5643051: Centerless grinding process and apparatus therefor
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With feeding of tool or work holder : And feeding of tool or work holder)

Patent 5643052: Method for renewing grinding wheel surfaces and disk and machine for carrying out said method
(ABRADING : PRECISION DEVICE OR PROCESS - OR WITH CONDITION RESPONSIVE CONTROL : With feeding of tool or work holder : Tool wear compensation : Ratchet and pawl drive)

Patent 5643053: Chemical mechanical polishing apparatus with improved polishing control
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : With feeding of tool or work holder)

Patent 5643054: Machine part with improved surface texture for rolling contact and/or sliding contact
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Tumbling : In at least one of plural abrading steps : Control means near and parallel to the abrader)

Patent 5643055: Shaping metals
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Utilizing fluent abradant : With auxiliary work treating or in critical fluent medium)

Patent 5643056: Revolving drum polishing apparatus
(ABRADING : ABRADING PROCESS : Glass or stone abrading : By blasting)

Patent 5643057: Method and apparatus for uniformly texturizing objects using abrasive blasting
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Having moving work holder : Endless belt type : Drill)

Patent 5643058: Abrasive fluid jet system
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Sandblast : Abradant supply structure : Vane structure)

Patent 5643059: Reciprocating grinder
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Reciprocating tool : Rectilinear : Rectilinear)

Patent 5643060: System for real-time control of semiconductor wafer polishing including heater
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Lens abrader)

Patent 5643061: Pneumatic polishing head for CMP apparatus
(ABRADING : MACHINE : Rotary tool : Rotary disk : Work rotating : Rotary work holder : Having vacuum or adhesive securing means : Having pressure plate)

Patent 5643062: Manicure machine
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Endless band tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 5643063: Clamping mechanism for a powered sander
(ABRADING : FRAME OR MOUNT : Portable abrader : Reciprocating tool : Rotary disk tool)

Patent 5643064: Universal polishing fixture for polishing optical fiber connectors
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Clamp : Edge tool : Portable : Drill)

Patent 5643065: Indexing mechanism for rotatably mounted work holding spindle
(ABRADING : WORK HOLDER : Indexing : Rotary work holder)

Patent 5643066: Fixture for ski edge finishing tool
(ABRADING : ACCESSORY : Orbital tool)

Patent 5643067: Dressing apparatus and method
(ABRADING : ACCESSORY : Tool cleaner : Internal abrader)

Patent 5643068: Abrading wheel having individual sheet members
(ABRADING : FLEXIBLE-MEMBER TOOL, PER SE : Manually manipulated)

Patent 5643069: Drill for drilling brittle materials
(ABRADING : RIGID TOOL : Laminate)

Patent 5643071: Apparatus for collecting sausage casings
(BUTCHERING : SAUSAGE MAKING : Peeling : By applying constricting member)

Patent 5643072: Method and device for stunning of poultry
(BUTCHERING : SLAUGHTERING : Anesthetizing or gassing : Beheading)

Patent 5643073: Skinning apparatus
(BUTCHERING : SKINNING : Giblet inserter)

Patent 5643074: Method and apparatus for filleting the breast piece of slaughtered poultry
(BUTCHERING : CARCASS SUBDIVISION : While internally supported on a mandrel : Portable cutter)

Patent 5643075: Shaping machine
(BUTCHERING : MODELLING (E.G., SHAPING) : Loin remover)

Patent 5643076: Plug for closing the gullet of a slaughtered animal and device for positioning same
(BUTCHERING : MODELLING (E.G., SHAPING) : Visceral cavity closure : Carcass conveyed to cutter in horizontal position)

Patent 5643077: Continually optimized, variable flow rate ventilation system
(VENTILATION : WORKSTATION VENTILATOR (E.G., HOOD, OFFTAKE, ETC.) : Spray booth : With outlet air treatment means : With means for liquid contact : And skirt deflector extending outwardly from chimney or stack)

Patent 5643078: Method and system for air-conditioning a coating station for a paper web or equivalent
(VENTILATION : WORKSTATION VENTILATOR (E.G., HOOD, OFFTAKE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : Having canopy exhaust hood)

Patent 5643079: Inside and outside air switching apparatus for automotive air conditioner
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Means for open window (e.g., deflector, etc.) : Pivoted window : Having plural air passages)

Patent 5643080: Air outlet member
(VENTILATION : VEHICLE (E.G., AUTOMOBILE, ETC.) : Having inlet airway : Including specific air distributor : Having adjustable deflector : Wheel-axle operated)

Patent 5643081: Vent screen and vent apparatus
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : Including specific air distributor (e.g., register, etc.) : Wall type)

Patent 5643082: Cool air stream generating apparatus
(VENTILATION : HAVING INLET AIRWAY : With means for liquid contact : Plural blades pivoting along parallel axes)

Patent 5643083: Control device for game operation state data
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Suspension or restoration (e.g., power failure resumption, etc.) : Lot generator (e.g., card distribution, simulated dice, random number generator, etc.))

Patent 5643084: Moving video jigsaw puzzle
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game requiring strategy or problem solving by a participant (e.g., problem eliciting response, puzzle, etc.) : Martial-art type (e.g., boxing, fencing, wrestling, etc.))

Patent 5643085: Two-dimensional cyclic game for creating and implementing puzzles
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : In a game requiring strategy or problem solving by a participant (e.g., problem eliciting response, puzzle, etc.) : Martial-art type (e.g., boxing, fencing, wrestling, etc.))

Patent 5643086: Electronic casino gaming apparatus with improved play capacity, authentication and security
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Access or authorization (e.g., game selection, security, etc.) : Pool amount (e.g., jackpot, etc.))

Patent 5643087: Input device including digital force feedback apparatus
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : Player-actuated control structure (e.g., brain-wave or body signal, bar-code wand, foot pedal, etc.) : Hand manipulated (e.g., keyboard, mouse, touch panel, etc.) : Pivotally-translatable handle (e.g., joystick, etc.) : Object priority or perspective)

Patent 5643088: Game of skill or chance playable by remote participants in conjunction with a common game event including inserted interactive advertising
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES: GAMES : INCLUDING MEANS FOR PROCESSING ELECTRONIC DATA (E.G., COMPUTER/VIDEO GAME, ETC.) : With communication link (e.g., television broadcast, etc.) : Wireless signal)

Patent 5643089: Non-jarring torque wrench with removable output shaft
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : OVERLOAD RELEASE COUPLING : Torque transmitted via resiliently biased positive drive connection (e.g., cam and follower) : Axially biased)

Patent 5643090: Strap for retaining a bearing cup in a universal joint assembly
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially directed pin : With particular bearing cup surrounding pin end : And disparate device for securing cup to pin or receiver : Sleeve rotatable about pin axis)

Patent 5643091: Stroking constant velocity universal joint having low stroke load
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially spaced ball : Ball mounted in groove for relative axial movement with respect to coupled member : Mounted for relative axial movement with respect to both coupled members : Grooves formed in radially overlapping elements : Intersecting grooves : With particular seat)

Patent 5643092: Assembly for axially fixing a splined hub on a splined shaft
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : COUPLING ACCOMMODATES DRIVE BETWEEN MEMBERS HAVING MISALIGNED OR ANGULARLY RELATED AXES : Coupling transmits torque via radially spaced ball : Ball mounted in groove for relative axial movement with respect to coupled member : Mounted for relative axial movement with respect to both coupled members : Grooves formed in radially overlapping elements : With intermediate positioning cage for ball : With particular seat)

Patent 5643093: Aluminum driveshaft having reduced diameter end portion
(ROTARY SHAFTS, GUDGEONS, HOUSINGS, AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS FOR ROTARY SHAFTS : SHAFTING : Hollow or layered shaft : Corrugated structure)

Patent 5643094: Interactive ice and roller hockey training, coaching, and playing rinks
(AMUSEMENT DEVICES : SURFACE OR ENCLOSURE FOR ATHLETIC OR EXHIBITION EVENT (E.G., ARENA, TRACK, COURT, PLAYING FIELD, ETC.) : For foot-attached gliding vehicle (e.g., ski slide, ice skating surface, etc.))

Patent 5643095: Billiard cue having an axial aligning shaft-handle connector
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : BILLIARDS OR POOL : Cue : Hand attached or engaged by hand in vicinity of cue supporting portion)

Patent 5643096: Sensor apparatus for activating a pneumatic circuit
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Ball feeding means and tee : Condition responsive feeding means (e.g. automatic) : Pneumatic : Removable insert or bushing)

Patent 5643097: Hip rotation training device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice device attachable to body : Attachable to hips, torso, or waist : Spans elbow)

Patent 5643098: Golf putter training tools
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Wheel : Audible indicator)

Patent 5643099: Golf club head with visual Indicators
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Adjustable swingable implement, or swing or position indicator : Adjustable implement or static position indicator (e.g., with respect to the golfer, projectile, target, etc.) : Audible)

Patent 5643100: Golf putter
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Adjustable swingable implement, or swing or position indicator : Adjustable implement or static position indicator (e.g., with respect to the golfer, projectile, target, etc.) : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head : Having transparent or translucent element : Adjustable lie)

Patent 5643101: Golf putter
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Practice swingable implement or indicator associated with swingable implement : Device attachable to or integral with swingable implement : Adjustable swingable implement, or swing or position indicator : Adjustable implement or static position indicator (e.g., with respect to the golfer, projectile, target, etc.) : Integral with or attachable to swingable implement head : Used for putting : Adjustable lie)

Patent 5643102: Golf club set having progressively offset faces
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Club set : Particular correlated head characteristic : Plural barriers, horizontally spaced apart)

Patent 5643103: Golf club set
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Club set : Particular correlated head characteristic : Plural barriers, horizontally spaced apart)

Patent 5643104: Metal wood type golf club head with improved hosel construction
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Having longitudinal recess or projection)

Patent 5643105: Golf club with male hosel and reinforcing sleeve
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head and shaft connection : Sleeve or winding engaged over outside of joint, hosel, and shaft : Having recess or projection)

Patent 5643106: Golf club head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Reduced ground resistance : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 5643107: Golf club head set
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Reduced ground resistance : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 5643108: Structure for golf club head and the method of its manufacture
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Striking face surface deforms upon impact (e.g., resilient, etc.) : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 5643109: Tensioned band golf putter head
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Striking face surface deforms upon impact (e.g., resilient, etc.) : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 5643110: Golf wood club with smooth groove-free face
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Curved, grooved, or roughened striking face : Sections connected along longitudinally extending seam)

Patent 5643111: Golf clubs with elastomeric vibration dampener
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Vibratory wave (e.g, shock wave, etc.) modifying feature : Plural grooves)

Patent 5643112: Iron with improved mass distribution
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Club or club support : Head : Particular material composition or mass distribution : Recess or cavity behind striking face : In vertical bore access through top)

Patent 5643113: Adjustable tee setting device
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Tee setting device : Particular cover (e.g., size, material, dimple pattern, etc.))

Patent 5643114: Golf accessory
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : GOLF : Player manipulated turf repair tool : Shank extends below level of projectile addressing surface)

Patent 5643115: Arrow decelerator
(GAMES USING TANGIBLE PROJECTILE : PROJECTILE, PER SE; PART THEREOF OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Arrow, dart, or shuttlecock; part thereof : Attached tether, streamer, or the like has means adapted to be held by, carried by, or attached to person)

Patent 5643116: Device for determining belt rotational speed of continuously variable transmission
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PULLEY WITH BELT-RECEIVING GROOVE FORMED BY DRIVE FACES ON RELATIVELY AXIALLY MOVABLE COAXIAL CONFRONTING MEMBERS (E.G., EXPANSIBLE CONE PULLEY, ETC.) : Speed responsive : Via relatively rotating cam and follower)

Patent 5643117: Hydraulic tensioner with check valve vent
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : MEANS FOR ADJUSTING BELT TENSION OR FOR SHIFTING BELT, PULLEY OR GUIDE ROLL : Tension adjuster or shifter driven by electrical or fluid motor : Sensor includes rotatable belt-engaging surface)

Patent 5643118: Belt
(ENDLESS BELT POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FRICTION DRIVE BELT : Belt formed of rigid links)

Patent 5643119: Hybrid vehicle powertrain
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : INPUT FROM INDEPENDENT POWER SOURCES : Including electric motor input : And electric motor input)

Patent 5643120: Motor drive system
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : INPUT FROM INDEPENDENT POWER SOURCES : Including electric motor input : And electric motor input)

Patent 5643121: Continuously-variable-ratio transmissions
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid pump and motor in one of plural paths to or from planetary gearing : And differential in series)

Patent 5643122: Power transmission with 5-stage planetary gear unit
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid pump and motor in one of plural paths to or from planetary gearing : Plural speed ranges : With constant speed ratio between input and one fluid unit)

Patent 5643123: Electronic and hydraulic control system of a 4-speed automatic transmission for automotive vehicle and method for controlling
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Speed responsive control : Safety device : With reversing means)

Patent 5643124: Gear shift control apparatus
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Speed responsive control : Ratio change : Speed responsive valve control : Electrical control :)

Patent 5643125: Electro-hydraulic control system in a power transmission
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID DRIVE OR CONTROL OF PLANETARY GEARING : Fluid controlled mechanical clutch or brake : Pressure regulation : Responsive to torque reversal)

Patent 5643126: Lubricating oil supply structure in planetary gear mechanism
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH LUBRICATON : With electric or magnetic controlled brake)

Patent 5643127: Vehicle power transmission having fluid-tight enclosure accommodating lubricating points and storing lubricating oil delivered from
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : WITH LUBRICATON : For differential planetary gearing : Electric or magnetic engaged brake and spring engaged lockup clutch)

Patent 5643128: Harmonic drive using guided, floating cam driven cylinders as power transmitting elements
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : PLANET PERIPHERY SURROUNDS AXIS OF INTERACTING GEAR (E.G., ECCENTRICALLY DRIVEN TRANSMISSON) : Gear teeth comprise rolling bodies : Variable speed)

Patent 5643129: Speed reduction gearset and torque split differential mechanism
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH DIFFERENTIAL : Variable speed or direction is planetary transmission : Planet pinion rotatable about axis at angle to axis of input or output gear)

Patent 5643130: Power train of an automatic transmission for vehicle
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH DIFFERENTIAL : Variable speed or direction is planetary transmission : Planet pinion rotatable about axis at angle to axis of input or output gear)

Patent 5643131: Continuously variable transmission with wide transmission ratio range
(PLANETARY GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : NONPLANETARY VARIABLE SPEED OR DIRECTION TRANSMISSION COMBINED WITH PLANETARY TRANSMISSION : Nonplanetary transmission is belt or chain gearing : Plural planetary units combined with differential)

Patent 5643132: Toroidal continuous variable transmission
(FRICTION GEAR TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS OR COMPONENTS : FLUID CONTROL : Of toroidal transmission : And electric or magnetic control)

Patent 5643133: Change gear control device using acceleration and gear ratio as parameters for automatic transmission in a motor vehicle and the method
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Engine controlled by transmission : Ignition intermitting initiated by positioning accelerator)

Patent 5643134: Hydraulic control system of an automatic transmission for automative vehicles
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Shift valve control : Plural shift valves : Electric control)

Patent 5643135: Apparatus for controlling concurrent releasing and engaging actions of frictional coupling devices for shifting vehicle automatic transmission
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : TRANSMISSION CONTROL : Transmission controlled by engine : By input manifold pressure or engine fuel control : Servo motor timing : Speed responsive control : Electric valve control)

Patent 5643136: Slip control apparatus for motor vehicle lock-up clutch
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : With fluid drive : Speed responsive control : Transmission pressure controlled)

Patent 5643137: Lockup control apparatus for automatic transmission and the method thereof
(INTERRELATED POWER DELIVERY CONTROLS, INCLUDING ENGINE CONTROL : CLUTCH CONTROL : With fluid drive : Speed responsive control : Transmission pressure controlled)

Patent 5643138: Electronic hand-muscle developer
(EXERCISE DEVICES : HAVING SPECIFIC ELECTRICAL FEATURE : Equipment control :)

Patent 5643139: Contoured landing surface system and method of making thereof
(EXERCISE DEVICES : FOR TRACK OR FIELD SPORT : Face (e.g., jaw, lip, etc.))

Patent 5643140: Swing exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Grip)

Patent 5643141: Leg exerciser
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Stair climbing : Having weight feature (e.g., dumbbell, etc.))

Patent 5643142: AC motor driven treadmill
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Treadmill for foot travel : Utilizing fluid resistance)

Patent 5643143: Wheelchair trainer
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Treadmill for foot travel : Utilizing fluid resistance)

Patent 5643144: Lubrication system for treadmill
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Treadmill for foot travel : Utilizing fluid resistance)

Patent 5643145: Exercise bike
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Out of water type)

Patent 5643146: Stationary exercise device having load-controlling braking system
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bicylcling : Utilizing specific resistance generating structure : Gas)

Patent 5643147: Multipurpose exercise machine
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Rowing : Rolling)

Patent 5643148: Sporting and exercising device having a foot receiving portion and an anticollapse spring portion
(EXERCISE DEVICES : INVOLVING USER TRANSLATION OR PHYSICAL SIMULATION THEREOF : Bouncing device : Stilt having specific step)

Patent 5643149: Fitness rope
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SKIPPING : Handheld jump rope : Stilt having specific step)

Patent 5643150: Foldable exerciser horse
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Body part of user utilized as weight : Entire body :)

Patent 5643151: Weight release mechanism for weight-lifting equipment
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having guide around or through weight : Entire body)

Patent 5643152: Chest press exercise machine and method of exercising
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing weight resistance : Including stationary support for weight : Having guide around or through weight : And flexible force transmitting linkage element : Pivoted user interface element :)

Patent 5643153: Flywheel resistance mechanism for exercise equipment
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing inertial force resistance : Club)

Patent 5643154: Water and land therapy and fitness device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing fluid resistance : Club)

Patent 5643155: Aquatic exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing fluid resistance : Club)

Patent 5643156: Float resistance member method and apparatus for aquatic excerise
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing fluid resistance : Club)

Patent 5643157: Fluid coupling driven exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing fluid resistance : Confined hydraulic or pneumatic chamber : Bar held by single hand of user (e.g., dumbbell, etc.))

Patent 5643158: Upper body shaping exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Including rope element wrapped about another element)

Patent 5643159: Therapeutic exercise device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : And user supplied counter force : User leg supplies counter force to user arm : Edge engaging braking element)

Patent 5643160: Chest developer
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : And user supplied counter force : Having pair of handles : Edge engaging braking element)

Patent 5643161: Isotonic/isometric exercise and therapy system
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing resilient force resistance : Torsion type resister : Having pair of handles)

Patent 5643162: Exercise apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : USER MANIPULATED FORCE RESISTING APPARATUS, COMPONENT THEREOF, OR ACCESSORY THEREFOR : Utilizing force resistance generated by user only : Resilient component attached to stationary support)

Patent 5643163: Gymnastic apparatus
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : User interface element)

Patent 5643164: Lower extremities exercise board
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : Swivelled foot platform : Body inversion)

Patent 5643165: Frustroconical exercising device
(EXERCISE DEVICES : SUPPORT FOR ENTIRE BODY OF USER (E.G., BENCH, SLANT BOARD, ETC.) : Swivelled foot platform : Body inversion)

Patent 5643166: Apparatus for making wood tubing
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : TUBE MAKING : Convolute winding : By use of external guide member : During relative rotation between work and severing means about work axis)

Patent 5643167: Cushioning conversion machine for converting sheet-like material into a cushioning product
(MANUFACTURING CONTAINER OR TUBE FROM PAPER; OR OTHER MANUFACTURING FROM A SHEET OR WEB : BENDING : Crushing or crumpling : Of longitudinally moving work)

Patent 5643168: Compression molded composite material fixed angle rotor
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : INCLUDING PLURALITY OF MINIATURE BOWLS (E.G., TEST TUBES) DISTRUBUTED ABOUT ROTATABLE CARRIER AND READILY REMOVABLE THEREFROM : Comprising or including means for cooling)

Patent 5643169: Decanter centrifuge with adjustable gate control
(IMPERFORATE BOWL: CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS : ROTATABLE BOWL : Including driven material-moving means therein : Rotatably driven coaxially with bowl, but differing as to direction or speed : Including element having helical blade :)

Patent 5643170: Method for isolating, immobilizing and rendering waste non-leachable
(HAZARDOUS OR TOXIC WASTE DESTRUCTION OR CONTAINMENT : CONTAINMENT : Solidification, vitrification, or cementation : Inorganic substances (EPO/JPO))

Patent 5643171: Method and apparatus for uniform radiation treatment of vascular lumens
(SURGERY : RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCE APPLIED TO BODY FOR THERAPY : Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or exerted by body)

Patent 5643172: Tubular circulatory assist device
(SURGERY : CARDIAC AUGMENTATION (PULSATORS, ETC.) : Externally supported or worn (e.g., garment, belt etc.))

Patent 5643173: Method and apparatus for stress relief
(SURGERY : SLEEP OR RELAXATION INDUCING THERAPY (E.G., DIRECT NERVE STIMULATION, HYPNOSIS, ANALGESIA) : Oral cavity devices)

Patent 5643174: Endoscopic guide tube with embedded coil spring
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : With guide means for body insertion : Means for coupling camera or imager)

Patent 5643175: Sterilizable endoscope with separable disposable tube assembly
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Sterilizable : With locking or retaining means for sheath)

Patent 5643176: Endoscopic instrument with variable viewing angle
(SURGERY : ENDOSCOPE : Having imaging and illumination means : View field altering means : Plural)

Patent 5643177: Method for using an abdominal lift device
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Laproscopic : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))

Patent 5643178: Method for peritoneal retration
(SURGERY : SPECULA : Retractor : Laproscopic : Otoscope (e.g., funnel shaped specula))

Patent 5643179: Method and apparatus for ultrasonic medical treatment with optimum ultrasonic irradiation control
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Ultrasonic :)

Patent 5643180: Passive body-motion generating, apparatus and procedure
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Exercising appliance : Chair, couch, bed, or table : Foot)

Patent 5643181: Multipurpose massaging apparatus
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Rotary : Having drive means)

Patent 5643182: Roller massager
(SURGERY: KINESITHERAPY : KINESITHERAPY : Device with applicator having specific movement : Rolling with body or bodies disposed on single axis : Rolling with elongated handle means carrying tubular or disklike bodies : Multiple applicators)

Patent 5643183: Waterproof cover for casts and bandages
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Protective covering means for a bandage or cast :)

Patent 5643184: Back support with knee and foot engaging straps
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Body (e.g., scoliosis brace) : By chemically reactive material (e.g., plaster cast))

Patent 5643185: Knee and elbow joint brace
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Splint or brace : Lower extremity : Knee : Finger)

Patent 5643186: Arcuate dynamic traction splint
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : ORTHOPEDIC BANDAGE : Skeletal traction applicator : Lower extremity)

Patent 5643187: Dressing
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Skin laceration or wound cover : Wound contact surface : With skin piercing means)

Patent 5643188: Liner-protected adhesive strip
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Skin laceration or wound cover : Skin or wound facing adhesive layer : Lipid (e.g., oil, fat, or wax))

Patent 5643189: Composite wound dressing including inversion means
(SURGERY: SPLINT, BRACE, OR BANDAGE : BANDAGE STRUCTURE : Skin laceration or wound cover : Backing layer having particular structural feature (e.g., permeability, shaped, or elasticity, etc.) : Absorbent)

Patent 5643190: Flow-through treatment device
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Blood collection container : Oxygenating means)

Patent 5643191: Cardioplegia delivery system and method for converting from warm cardioplegia to cold cardioplegia
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Constituent removed from blood and remainder returned to body : Heating or cooling means : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use)

Patent 5643192: Autologous fibrin glue and methods for its preparation and use
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Constituent removed from blood and remainder returned to body : Component of blood removed (i.e., pheresis) : Plasma :)

Patent 5643193: Apparatus for collection washing and reinfusion of shed blood
(SURGERY : BLOOD DRAWN AND REPLACED OR TREATED AND RETURNED TO BODY : Constituent removed from blood and remainder returned to body : Anticoagulant added : Arterial and venous needles)

Patent 5643194: Subcutaneous valve and device for externally setting it
(SURGERY : DEVICES TRANSFERRING FLUIDS FROM WITHIN ONE AREA OF BODY TO ANOTHER (E.G., SHUNTS, ETC.) : Body inserted tubular conduit structure)

Patent 5643195: Device for regulating the flow of cerebrospinal fluid in a drainage circuit
(SURGERY : DEVICES TRANSFERRING FLUIDS FROM WITHIN ONE AREA OF BODY TO ANOTHER (E.G., SHUNTS, ETC.) : With flow control means (e.g., check valves, hydrocephalus pumps, etc.) : Oxygenating means)

Patent 5643196: Tampon applicator
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INSERTING FIBROUS OR FORAMINOUS RESIDENT PACKING, RECEPTOR, OR MEDICAMENT CARRIER INTO BODY ORIFICE : Distal portion of inserting means deformed, expanded, or ruptured to permit passage of insert therefrom : With antisiphon means)

Patent 5643197: Fluid cooled and perfused tip for a catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-ray or electrical energy applied to body (e.g., iontophoresis, etc.) : Tubular inserting means releasably interlocked with ejector)

Patent 5643198: Power-assisted liposuction instrument and cannula assembly therefor
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : With means for cutting, scarifying, or vibrating (e.g., ultrasonic, etc.) tissue : With tubular injection means inserted into body)

Patent 5643199: Apparatus for performing diagnostic and therapeutic modalities in the biliary tree
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : With means for cutting, scarifying, or vibrating (e.g., ultrasonic, etc.) tissue : With tubular injection means inserted into body)

Patent 5643200: Device and method for backflushing an irrigation-aspiration handpiece tip
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Material introduced into and removed from body through passage in body inserted means : Gas injected into body canal or cavity)

Patent 5643201: Continuous peritoneal dialysis apparatus
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Material introduced into and removed from body through passage in body inserted means : Flow control : By self-acting means or condition responsive sensor :)

Patent 5643202: Nasopharyngeal wash collection device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Method : Therapeutic material introduced or removed from natural body orifice : Including docking element, port or sealing means)

Patent 5643203: Fluid management system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material flow varying means controlled by condition responsive sensor : Sensor responsive to body condition : Solid ejected from body inserted conduit)

Patent 5643204: Pill swallowing device and method
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Structure of means contacting portion of head (e.g., tongue, etc.) during placement of treating material in mouth or throat : Lacteal extractors (e.g., breast pump, etc.))

Patent 5643205: Blood air trap chamber
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Gravity feed to body from plural material reservoirs : Means for engaging head to hold feed device in mouth)

Patent 5643206: Methods and apparatus for mixing and dispensing multi-part compositions
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Means for intermixing liquid with solid or different liquid : With self-acting sequential flow from reservoirs)

Patent 5643207: Implantable techniques for infusing a therapeutic agent with endogenous bodily fluid
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Solid dissolved in liquid)

Patent 5643208: Balloon device for use in repairing an abdominal aortic aneurysm
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having remote control for applying light, electricity, or heat to alter conduit shape (e.g., shape memory alloy, etc.))

Patent 5643209: High pressure balloon tip
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having remote control for applying light, electricity, or heat to alter conduit shape (e.g., shape memory alloy, etc.))

Patent 5643210: Angioplasty perfusion catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means inflated in body (e.g., inflatable nozzle, dilator, balloon catheter, occluder, etc.) : Having aperture in conduit proximal of inflated means : Axially spaced balloons)

Patent 5643211: Nozzle assembly having a frangible plunger
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Having means for preventing reuse of device : Expanding arm or finger)

Patent 5643212: Infusion pump management system for suggesting an adapted course of therapy
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : With vacuum breaking means (e.g., vent, etc.))

Patent 5643213: Elastomeric syringe actuation device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : With vacuum breaking means (e.g., vent, etc.))

Patent 5643214: Injection devices
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : Material impelled by spring : From hand supported injection means)

Patent 5643215: Gas exchange apparatus and method
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Treating material forced into or out of body by self-acting fluid pressure, motor-driven, or mechanical energy storing means (e.g., pressure infusion or aspiration, etc.) : Material impelled by pump : Means broken, cut, pierced, or torn to permit material flow)

Patent 5643216: Patient bracelet having catheter capture integrally formed therewith and methods of making the same
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for securing conduit to body : Having lubricating means)

Patent 5643217: Surgical attachment device
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means for securing conduit to body : Adhesive securing means : Obturator or stylet)

Patent 5643218: Auto-flushing medical fluid injection system
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having plural material reservoirs : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))

Patent 5643219: Shielded needle assembly
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))

Patent 5643220: Needle assembly
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Rotatable type valve (e.g., stopcock etc.))

Patent 5643221: Controlled targeting laryngoscope
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Entire body entering conduit stored in cavity in piston or piston actuator inside syringe prior to use : And impelling material conduit into body)

Patent 5643222: Hypodermic needle assembly
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having cover or protector for body entering conduit : Portion of body entering conduit stored in material receiving syringe reservoir : And impelling material conduit into body)

Patent 5643223: Medicinal dispenser
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : Having collapsible material reservoir (e.g., squeeze bulb, etc.) : Including means for controlling piston stroke length)

Patent 5643224: Safety valve plug for disposable pre-filled syringes
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Means moved by person to inject or remove fluent material to or from body inserted conduit, holder, or reservoir : Injector or aspirator syringe supported only by person during use (e.g., hand held hypodermic syringe, douche tube with forced injection, etc.) : With piston or plunger for expelling material from body or injector reservoir : Material flow controlled by valve or movable closure (e.g., plug in orifice, etc.) : Removable plug :)

Patent 5643226: Low velocity aortic cannula
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Bag type)

Patent 5643227: Hemostasis cannula valve apparatus and method of using same
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Bag type)

Patent 5643228: Catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Bag type)

Patent 5643229: Suction tube apparatus
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : With anticlogging means on conduit (e.g., anticlotting, decalcification, tissue occulsion, etc.) : Mechanical cleaning means : Conduit or holder therefor removably attached to another injector component by friction)

Patent 5643230: Nasogastric suction catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS OR METHOD FOR FACILITATING REMOVAL OF NON THERAPEUTIC MATERIAL FROM BODY : Treating material applied to or removed from external surface of body, or cutaneous layer of skin (e.g., eye treatment, removal of skin impurities, etc.))

Patent 5643231: Coronary sinus catheter
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material introduced into or removed from body orifice, or inserted or removed subcutaneously other than by diffusing through skin : Material introduced or removed through conduit, holder, or implantable reservoir inserted in body : Body inserted tubular conduit structure (e.g., needles, cannulas, nozzles, trocars, catheters, etc.) : Flexible catheter or means (e.g., coupling) used therewith : With shape retaining memory : Shaped for cardiovascular system : Braided or woven strands surrounding lumen)

Patent 5643232: PAP smear glove
(SURGERY : MEANS FOR INTRODUCING OR REMOVING MATERIAL FROM BODY FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES (E.G., MEDICATING, IRRIGATING, ASPIRATING, ETC.) : Treating material applied to or removed from external surface of body, or cutaneous layer of skin (e.g., eye treatment, removal of skin impurities, etc.) : Glove for applying or removing material to or from wearer's hand : Implantable reservoir having inlet or outlet)

Patent 5643233: Post-surgical drainage container carrier
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Receptacle attached to or inserted within body to receive discharge therefrom : Receptacle engaging around permanent surgically constructed body opening (e.g., colostomy, etc.) : Intravaginal)

Patent 5643234: Ostomy bag with multi-stage filter
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Receptacle attached to or inserted within body to receive discharge therefrom : Receptacle engaging around permanent surgically constructed body opening (e.g., colostomy, etc.) : Having deodorant means (e.g., filter) : With external collector or support means)

Patent 5643235: Tubular device for the penis of an incontinent male
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Receptacle attached to or inserted within body to receive discharge therefrom : Receptacles receiving protruding body member (e.g., ears, genitalia, breast, etc.) : Genital receptacle : Receptacle structured for collecting urine or discharge from male member (e.g., external catheter, etc.) : With separate body securing means : Adherent or inflatable type : Interfitting members)

Patent 5643236: Leg underpant for supporting fluid collection bag
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Receptacle attached to or inserted within body to receive discharge therefrom : Receptacles receiving protruding body member (e.g., ears, genitalia, breast, etc.) : Genital receptacle : Receptacle structured for collecting urine or discharge from male member (e.g., external catheter, etc.) : With separate body securing means : Body or body member encircling belt, strap, or harness : Interfitting members)

Patent 5643237: Facing material with improved stain resistance
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Containing fiber or material bonding substance : Thermoplastic : Catamenial receptacle)

Patent 5643238: Absorbent core structure comprised of storage and acquisition cells
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Containing particular materials, fibers, or particles : Collagen or gelling material : Catamenial receptacle)

Patent 5643239: Breathable disposable sanitary product construction
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Containing particular materials, fibers, or particles : Thermoplastic : Catamenial receptacle)

Patent 5643240: Apertured film/nonwoven composite for personal care absorbent articles and the like
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Containing layers having differing absorption characteristics (e.g., flow control, wicking, etc.) : Cellulose or cellulosic materials)

Patent 5643241: Disposable absorbent article having a pump and an inflatable component
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Inflatable component : Release sheet)

Patent 5643242: Absorbent articles providing sustained dynamic fit
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Hourglass shape : Pulling string)

Patent 5643243: Disposable diaper with cuff
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Elastic type edge : Leg opening : Upstanding side flap : Plural elastic elements)

Patent 5643244: Disposable garment for absorption of body exudates
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Having specific design, shape, or structural feature : Elastic type edge : Absorbent means interposed between pervious topsheet and impervious backsheet)

Patent 5643245: Absorbent article having tucked flaps
(SURGERY : MEANS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING BODY FLUIDS OR WASTE MATERIAL (E.G., RECEPTACLES, ETC.) : Absorbent pad for external or internal application and supports therefor (e.g., catamenial devices, diapers, etc.) : Pad having means for securing pad during use : By securing to garment or person : Waist opening)

Patent 5643246: Electromagnetically triggered, responsive gel based drug delivery device
(SURGERY : CONTROLLED RELEASE THERAPEUTIC DEVICE OR SYSTEM :)

Patent 5643247: Microparticle switching devices for use in implantable reservoirs
(SURGERY : CONTROLLED RELEASE THERAPEUTIC DEVICE OR SYSTEM : Implanted dynamic device or system :)

Patent 5643248: Medical instrument with force limiting mechanism
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS :)

Patent 5643249: Optical ophthalmic treatment apparatus
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Ophthalmic :)

Patent 5643250: Laser probe hand piece
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Ophthalmic :)

Patent 5643251: Fibert optic guide wire and support catheter therefor
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Angioplasty : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 5643252: Laser perforator
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Dermatological : Cataracts or glaucoma)

Patent 5643253: Phototherapy apparatus with integral stopper device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : With beam shaping or redirecting (e.g., lens) : With optical fiber)

Patent 5643254: Endovascular embolic device detachment detection method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Tip or other heat concentration means)

Patent 5643255: Steerable catheter with rotatable tip electrode and method of use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Coagulation)

Patent 5643256: Gold-plated electrosurgical instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : By needle)

Patent 5643257: Apparatus and method for venous ligation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Electrical application : Applicators : Cutting : Bipolar electrodes : With formable electrode)

Patent 5643258: Device for stabilizing long bones
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : External fixation means : Couch)

Patent 5643259: Spine fixation instrumentation
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5643260: Orthopedic fixation system
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5643261: Osteosynthesis device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5643262: Device for spinal column
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5643263: Spinal implant connection assembly
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5643264: Iliac screw
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Spinal positioner or stabilizer : Cyclable or incrementable)

Patent 5643265: Dynamic compression polyaxial locking screw plate assembly
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Cortical plate : Multi-element or coated plate : With forceps or tweezers)

Patent 5643266: Method and apparatus for securing ligaments
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Multi-element or coated plate)

Patent 5643267: Bone connector adapted for joining cut bone ends
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Threaded fastener element : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 5643268: Fixation pin for fixing a reference system to bony structures
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Internal fixation means : Orthopedic fastener : Threaded fastener element : Having separable and distinct plate elements)

Patent 5643269: Externally threaded bodies for use as taps or screws
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Shape memory material)

Patent 5643270: Multi-plane curvilinear saw, guide and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Shape memory material)

Patent 5643271: Angled orthopedic surfacer and guide
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Reamer or drill : Staple or similar driven fastener)

Patent 5643272: Method and apparatus for tibial resection
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Orthopedic cutting instrument : Reamer or drill : Staple or similar driven fastener)

Patent 5643273: ACL bone tunnel projection drill guide and method for its use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Drill or pin guide : Intramedullary plug or centering means)

Patent 5643274: Orthopedic fastener applicator kit
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Orthopedic instrumentation : Means for use in bone reperation : Screw or pin placement or removal means : Restrained movable mass (e.g., slide hammer))

Patent 5643275: Intraocular lens injector
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 5643276: Apparatus and method for providing desired rotational orientation to an intraocular lens
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or insertion of eye lens material : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 5643277: Device for retrieving stents
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Means for use in bone reperation)

Patent 5643278: Stent delivery system
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent combined with surgical delivery system (e.g., surgical tools, delivery sheath, etc.) :)

Patent 5643279: Method of catheter balloon manufacture and use
(PROSTHESIS (I.E., ARTIFICIAL BODY MEMBERS), PARTS THEREOF, OR AIDS AND ACCESSORIES THEREFOR : ARTERIAL PROSTHESIS (I.E., BLOOD VESSEL) : Stent combined with surgical delivery system (e.g., surgical tools, delivery sheath, etc.) :)

Patent 5643280: Integral myringotomy tube and inserter
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for inserting or removing conduit within body : Ear vent or drain : Bone compression or distraction)

Patent 5643281: Devices for removing fibrin sheaths from catheters
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing tonsils, adenoids or polyps : By wire loop or snare : By pressure application)

Patent 5643282: Surgical instrument and method for removing tissue from an endoscopic workspace
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removing tonsils, adenoids or polyps : With collecting means for removed material : By pressure application)

Patent 5643283: Surgical pouch
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Light application : Applicators : With beam shaping or redirecting (e.g., lens) : With optical fiber)

Patent 5643284: Animal ear tag mounting mechanism
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for applying animal identification device : With collecting means for removed material)

Patent 5643285: Vaginal extender for colpotomy surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Obstetric or gynecological instruments : With collecting means for removed material)

Patent 5643286: Microdrive for use in stereotactic surgery
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Stereotaxic device : With fragmenting means)

Patent 5643287: Depilatory device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Means for removal of skin or material therefrom : Physical removal of hair or hair plugs from skin : Fetus extractor)

Patent 5643288: Apparatus and method for laparoscopic urethropexy
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : By severing)

Patent 5643289: Surgical crimping device and method of use
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : By severing)

Patent 5643290: Penile cincture band loading apparatus and method
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Elastic band applier : Band applied to reproductive organ : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))

Patent 5643291: Surgical clip applicator
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Clip applier : Clip fed from supply : With mechanical means for applying tension (e.g., gearing, reels, etc.))

Patent 5643292: Percutaneous suturing device
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Mechanical suture or ligature applier : Clip fed from supply)

Patent 5643293: Suturing instrument
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)

Patent 5643294: Surgical apparatus having an increased range of operability
(SURGERY : INSTRUMENTS : Suture, ligature, elastic band or clip applier : Suturing or ligating aid or guide : Means for clamping needle to handle)

 

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